Learn more about this definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which considers topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advances in e-learning technology have made it possible for humans in nations all aver the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are mostly free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning institutions are having to consider today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can educators certify that the instruction provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can we assure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders want to better perceive the outcomes of these new open educational undertakings. Researchers want to better understand how MOOC courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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